Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) is the main gateway to Croatia's southern Dalmatian coast, sitting near Čilipi about 15.5 km from Dubrovnik's Old Town. Compare airlines flying into Dubrovnik (DBV) and set a Price Alert on Traveloka to track fares before you book.

Overview of Dubrovnik Airport

Officially renamed Dubrovnik Airport "Ruđer Bošković" in 2023, DBV is Croatia's main airport for the Dalmatian coast and passed 3 million passengers for the first time in 2025 (around 3.09 million, up 4.6% year on year), making it the country's third-busiest airport after Zagreb and Split. Traffic peaks heavily over the European summer, when Dubrovnik's Old Town draws visitors from around the world.

Where Dubrovnik Airport Connects To

DBV has year-round links to Zagreb and other Croatian cities, plus direct and seasonal European connections to London, Paris, Frankfurt, Rome and Barcelona, and seasonal transatlantic service to Newark and Montreal. Route networks change by season, so check current schedules and compare fares before booking a connection through Dubrovnik.

Airlines and Hubs

Croatia Airlines operates DBV as one of its hub airports, and Ryanair runs an operating base here, both adding extra seasonal capacity over summer. A range of other European carriers add flights during the peak leisure season.

Terminals at Dubrovnik Airport

The airport has three terminal areas (A, B and C). The newest, Terminal C, opened in 2017 with sixteen gates and capacity for around 3.5 million passengers a year, and now handles the bulk of departures alongside the older terminal buildings.

Getting To and From Dubrovnik

The Platanus shuttle bus is the main public transport link, running to the Old Town (Ploče Gate) and on to the main bus station at Gruž; it departs roughly 30 minutes after every flight arrival and costs around €10 one-way for the 30–40 minute trip. Taxis and rideshare are available outside the terminal, and car rental desks are on-site for exploring the wider Dalmatian coast.

Facilities at Dubrovnik Airport

DBV offers free Wi-Fi, cafes and restaurants, duty-free shopping and car rental desks across its terminals. Facilities are geared toward high summer volumes, so allow extra time during the June–September peak season.

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